January to March 2009
On these pages you can access archived news items between January and March 2009.
A brighter future with green energy
The DEW (Doncaster Energy from Waste) Project proposal is the first of its kind to be delivered in Europe. Whilst the various technologies are tried and tested, Doncaster will be the first in the UK to embrace the whole process in one plant that can process waste to energy AND use all recyclates at an adjacent Eco-Park.
Airport link road plan moves a step forward
The Robin Hood Airport link road has moved closer to reality after a £160 million series of roadbuilding schemes in Doncaster were given backing.
Aviation is working - Lets keep it that way
Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield has announced its support for a campaign which could create thousands of new jobs in the region.
Bespoke Training Systems land at Robin Hood Airport
One of the latest successes at the airport has been the arrival of Bespoke Training Systems Ltd.
BLP's future secured following buyout deal
A management buyout (MBO) has saved the future of Doncaster-based BLP - one of the UK's largest manufacturers of wood-based furniture components for the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom markets.
Bridon takes the strain at next Olympics
Doncaster company, Bridon, will be taking the strain of the Olympic roof in London.
Cabinet approves Waterfront renaissance
Doncaster's Cabinet has given the thumbs up for an ambitious strategy to reconnect Doncaster's town centre to its waterways.
Carbon capture bid for colliery
Regional business leaders have welcomed the news that a ground-breaking project to reduce carbon dioxide emissions could be based at Stainforth.
Caroline Flint visits Flying Start Nursery
Local MP, Caroline Flint (Minister for Europe) visited the Flying Start Day Nursery at Robin Hood Airport at the end of January to see progress on construction of a £1.2 million Government funded extension and refurbishment to create a super-size workplace nursery, to serve the airport and surrounding businesses and communities.
CenFRA Secures £1million Investment Boost
Unprecedented UK demand for impartial quality automation audits and consultancy has resulted in CenFRA, Europe’s first centre for food robotics and automation, receiving a further million pounds investment.
Croda relocates to Thorne
Croda, an international manufacturer and distributor of speciality chemicals has taken a ten year lease on a newly developed distribution centre at Thorne.
DFS Sponsorship Partnership for Doncaster Racecourse!
Two of Doncaster’s best known assets; furniture giant DFS and Doncaster Racecourse have agreed a high profile sponsorship partnership for the famous four day Ladbrokes St Leger Festival race meeting in September.
Doncaster Powers Ahead
Doncaster's 95 acre Power Park has been granted planning permission.
Doncaster Sheffield Airport extends consultation period for expansion plans feedback
Doncaster Sheffield Airport has decided to extend the consultation period of its Draft Master Plan in order to allow more individuals and organisations to feedback their views.
Doncaster Welcomes Powertherm Access Services Ltd
Scaffolding company Powertherm Access Services Ltd which carries out maintenance work in the energy industry on power stations as well as scaffolding on major building projects such as Edlington School, is moving to Carcroft. The company will be building brand new offices with training facilities for its 180 strong workforce.
Grant Aid in Doncaster
Doncaster District is a Tier 2 Assisted Area which means that funding towards fixed capital costs is available for qualifying projects under the Grant for Business Investment scheme.
HelioSlough plans inland port
HelioSlough has revealed plans to develop the UK’s first inland port in Rossington, Doncaster.
Investment secures manufacturing jobs
Around 400 jobs have been secured under a £12 million investment plan at Doncaster's Pegler metalworks, bosses have told ministers.
New shops for Frenchgate
A host of new shops is to open in Doncaster's Frenchgate Centre potentially creating jobs.
New Store Races into Doncaster
A shop dedicated to the world of motor racing has now opened in Doncaster's Frenchgate Centre.
Nursery Plans could help your staff and your business
In January 2008 Flying Start Day Nursery situated at the heart of Robin Hood Airport, was successful in its application for funding through the Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) to work towards becoming a Workplace Nursery. Funding of £1.2 million will be used to extend and completely refurbish the existing premises increasing it’s capacity to 80 children.
Prosper de Mulder to invest £12m in cutting edge recycling plant
Family-owned Yorkshire group Prosper De Mulder is to invest £12m to create one of the most advanced recycling plants of its kind in the UK.
Sustainable Transport Event is a Great Success
Invest in Doncaster, alongside Beta Technologies, played an integral role in an event which brought together representatives from industry, universities and Regional Development Agencies to discuss the future of sustainable transport.
Take Off at the Airport to exhibit at the Airline Purchasing Exhibition 2009
We are delighted to announce our attendance at this year's Airline Purchasing Exhibition 2009, Olympia, London.
TOA Team Expands
The ‘Take Off at the Airport (TOA)’ team based at Robin Hood Airport has two new members. Kevin Ellis and Rebecca Lees joined the team at the beginning of this year and will help continue in supporting new investors who wish to relocate to the airport site.
Travelling to a greener future
This month, the man who revolutionised air travel in Europe will be flying into the borough as keynote speaker at the ‘Sustainable Transport - design for the future’ event, at Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield (RHADS).
